Carlos Sainz has performed a U-turn and will drive for Citroen in the Acropolis Rally.

The former world champion filled in for the under-performing Francois Duval in Turkey but claimed at the time he would never return to the cockpit.

However, this week he agreed to compete in one last rally after a plea from Citroen boss Guy Frequelin, although he insisted the Greek event will definitely be his final appearance on the world stage.

Sainz said: "It really was a big pleasure to find the familiar sensation of being behind the wheel of the Xsara again, to find my marks again so easily, to share more genuine moments of joy with the entire Citroen team again.

"But my mind is made up. I have no intention of staging a comeback in the World Rally Championship.

"This will be my final contribution to what everyone at Citroen Sport has built together and which I hope continues to be as successful as possible."

Sainz was a respectable fourth on his return to Citroen after a seven-month absence following a consistent display despite tricky conditions in Turkey.